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Carrolltowne Elementary School (Ranked Top 10% for 2026) - Sykesville, MD

Carrolltowne Elementary School

6542 Ridge Road
Sykesville, MD 21784
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 10%
Serving 593 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Carrolltowne Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 593 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 25%
  • : Top 10% in MD
  • : 68% (Top 5%)
  • : 73% (Top 10%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Carrolltowne Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Carrolltowne Elementary School's student population of 593 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
593 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
1977
School Calendar

School Rankings

Carrolltowne Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carrolltowne Elementary School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MD)
#70 out of 1338 schools
(Top 10%)
68%
27%
73%
45%
60-64%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Asian
8%
7%
Hispanic
7%
24%
Black
4%
32%
White
75%
31%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.43
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Carrolltowne Elementary School's ranking?
Carrolltowne Elementary School is ranked #70 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Carrolltowne Elementary School often compared to?
Carrolltowne Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eldersburg Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Carrolltowne Elementary School?
593 students attend Carrolltowne Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Carrolltowne Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carrolltowne Elementary School?
Carrolltowne Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Carrolltowne Elementary School offer ?
Carrolltowne Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Carrolltowne Elementary School part of?
Carrolltowne Elementary School is part of Carroll County School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 593 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 25%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 68% (Top 5%)
  • : 73% (Top 10%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

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